Hiya Donita,
Welcome to planDisney! I am honored to help answer your question today; the military-exclusive tickets were a reason that I was able to enjoy the parks as a child (both my parents served in the Air Force), so they hold a special place in my heart. It is so nice that you are being gifted them for your upcoming vacation.
So let’s chat about the non-promotional Walt Disney World Resort theme park tickets previously known as the Magic Your Way tickets. I spoke to a representative at Shades of Green, and she said that as a DoD civilian employee, your family member should be eligible to purchase these tickets through their base ITT office. He just wouldn’t be eligible for any of the
promotional tickets, such as the Military Salute or Disney Celebrates America pass.
I hope this was helpful, Donita. Before I let you go, speaking of Shades of Green, your family member is also eligible to stay there as a current DoD civilian employee. He will need to show his DoD ID card to check in, and the great news is that he can sponsor up to three rooms (as long as he is also a registered guest). Not only are these rooms at a great price, but Shades of Green has some of the largest standard rooms at Walt Disney World Resort! Also, as a Guest of Shades of Green, you get to take advantage of
Early Theme Park Entry and
Extended Evening Theme Park Hours, which gives you even more magical time in the theme parks.
Happy Planning,
Ashley F.